With the introduction of the Health Transformation Program (HTP) in Turkey, working conditions for doctors have worsened. Although HTP was supposed to promote better salaries, this is absolutely not the case. According to the Turkish Medical Association in 2011, basic monthly salaries for physicians in the public sector were 803 for specialists, 643 for general practioners, and 779 for retired physicians. Pay For Performance (PFP), which was included in the HTP, is not an incentive, but rather the main salary for doctors in Turkey. During illness, pregnancy, and holiday leave PFP is not paid, and PFP is not included in retirement plans.
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